Trip from Danville, VA to Arlington, VA

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

5h 11m

Distance

246 mi

396 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$38

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min

4 AM

4h 58m ★

6 AM

5h 11m

8 AM

5h 38m

10 AM

5h 21m

12 PM

5h 18m

3 PM

5h 22m

5 PM

5h 37m

8 PM

5h 3m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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independent city in Virginia, United States

Danville, VA

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Arlington, VA

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Trip Overview

This 246-mile drive from Danville, VA, to Arlington, VA, is a feasible one-day trip, taking approximately 5 hours and 11 minutes without significant stops. You'll be traversing a mixed-drive profile, utilizing major roadways like the Richmond-Petersburg Turnpike and I-95. With an estimated fuel cost of $38, this route offers a straightforward journey through Virginia's Southeast region. While it can be completed in a single day, be prepared for potential traffic, especially as you approach the Washington D.C. metropolitan area. Planning for one stop is recommended to break up the drive.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

123 miles from Danville, VA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 40m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Richmond-Petersburg Turnpike	51.8 mi	57m
Kings Highway	39.7 mi	47m
I 95	36.6 mi	43m
West Patrick Henry Highway	24.6 mi	31m
Philpott Road	19.7 mi	25m
James D Hagood Highway	14.5 mi	18m
Hull Street Road	14.2 mi	20m
Powhite Parkway	11.2 mi	14m

Longest stretch: Richmond-Petersburg Turnpike — 51.8 mi, about 57m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Danville, VA and Arlington, VA.

Start on VA 293

415 ft · 15 sec · South Ridge Street

Turn left onto VA 293

0.6 mi · 1 min · Patton Street

Turn right onto US 360; US 58 BUS

0.6 mi · 1 min · River Street

Continue on US 360; US 58 BUS

4.2 mi · 7 min · South Boston Road

Use the straight lane.

Continue on US 58; US 360

5.3 mi · 7 min · South Boston Highway

Continue on US 58; US 360

20 mi · 25 min · Philpott Road

Continue on US 58; US 360

0.7 mi · 1 min · Bill Tuck Highway

Turn left onto US 360

1.7 mi · 2 min · John Randolph Boulevard

Use the left lane.

Continue on US 360

15 mi · 18 min · James D Hagood Highway

Continue on US 360

40 mi · 47 min · Kings Highway

Merge onto US 360; US 460

1.5 mi · 2 min · West Colonial Trail Highway

Keep slight left at fork onto US 360

25 mi · 31 min · West Patrick Henry Highway

Continue on US 360

14 mi · 20 min · Hull Street Road

Use the straight lane.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 31 sec

Toward VA 288 North: Powhite Parkway

Merge onto VA 288

2.1 mi · 2 min · World War II Veterans Memorial Highway

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 29 sec

Toward VA 76: Lucks Lane, Old Hundred Road Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork

0.5 mi · 1 min

Toward VA 76 Toll North: Powhite Parkway, Richmond Use the slight right lane.

Merge onto VA 76

8.5 mi · 10 min · Powhite Parkway

Use the straight lane.

Keep slight right at fork onto VA 76

1.8 mi · 2 min · Powhite Parkway

Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight left at fork onto VA 76

0.9 mi · 1 min · Powhite Parkway

Use the straight lane.

Merge onto I 195

2.2 mi · 3 min · Beltline Expressway

Use the straight lane.

Keep slight right at fork

502 ft · 12 sec

Toward I 95, I 64 East: Washington, Norfolk Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork

0.8 mi · 1 min

Toward I 95 North: Washington Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 95

52 mi · 57 min · Richmond-Petersburg Turnpike

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork onto I 95; US 17

1.6 mi · 1 min · I 95; US 17

Keep slight left at fork

1.0 mi · 1 min

Merge onto I 95

35 mi · 41 min · I 95

Use the slight left lane.

Keep slight right at fork onto I 395

0.6 mi · 52 sec · Henry G. Shirley Memorial Highway

Exit 170A; 170B Toward I 395 North, I 495 North: Washington, Tysons Corner Use the straight / slight left lanes.

Continue on I 395

8.1 mi · 9 min · Henry G. Shirley Memorial Highway

Exit 170A Toward I 395 North: Washington Use the straight lane.

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 49 sec

Exit 8A Toward VA 27: Washington Boulevard, Columbia Pike Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight left at fork

0.3 mi · 45 sec

Toward VA 27 West: Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall, Washington Boulevard, Columbia Pike Use the slight left lane.

Merge onto VA 27

1.8 mi · 3 min · Washington Boulevard

Toward Columbia Pike Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Turn left onto VA 237

0.3 mi · 1 min · 10th Street North

Turn slight left

137 ft · 8 sec

Turn left onto Wilson Boulevard

0.4 mi · 1 min · Wilson Boulevard

Arrive at destination

Wilson Boulevard

Trip Plan

For this 246-mile journey, consider an early morning departure from Danville, VA, to maximize daylight and potentially avoid the heaviest traffic heading into Arlington, VA. While the total duration is just over 5 hours, factor in time for your recommended stop, perhaps around the halfway point to refuel and stretch. The longest stretch without a major change in road type is 51.8 miles on the Richmond-Petersburg Turnpike, so plan your break before or after this segment. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the $38 estimated cost is based on current averages and can fluctuate.

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 123 miles from Danville, VA, or about 2h 40m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 51.8 miles.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 54 miles or 1h 13m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 123 miles or 2h 40m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 4h 14m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Arlington, VA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Danville, VA so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Danville, VA

This is one driving day of about 246 miles and 5h 11m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 54 miles from Danville, VA.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.

The longest stretch is on Richmond-Petersburg Turnpike for about 51.8 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Richmond, VA

123 mi into the route

Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset

This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.

Pacing Suggestions

Henderson, NC

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 54 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Richmond, VA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 123 miles from Danville, VA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Botanya Restaurant & Bar

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Richmond, Virginia

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $30 to $40 mile 140.6

Hours: 4–9 pm

+18043421201

Visit website

Bamboo Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Richmond, Virginia

1.1 mi

Bostan Uyghur Cuisine

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Arlington, Virginia

1.1 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Harrison Street Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Richmond, Virginia

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 140.6

Hours: 9 am–2 pm

Visit website

Merge Cafe (Stafford)

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Stafford, Virginia

2.5 mi

Cafe Synai

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Richmond, Virginia

2.8 mi

Botanya Restaurant & Bar

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $30 to $40 mile 140.6

Richmond, Virginia

Hours: 4–9 pm

+18043421201

Visit website

Bamboo Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 140.6

Richmond, Virginia

Hours: 12 pm–12 am

+18043531609

Visit website

Bostan Uyghur Cuisine

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $20 to $30 mile 246

Arlington, Virginia

Hours: 10 am–10 pm

+17035272026

Curbside Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 140.6

Richmond, Virginia

Hours: 11 am–2 pm

+18043557008

Visit website

Amuse Restaurant VMFA

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour Expensive mile 140.6

Richmond, Virginia

Hours: 11:30 am–8 pm

+18043401580

Visit website

The Caboose Market & Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 158.2

Ashland, Virginia

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+18047982933

Visit website

Castiglia's Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 193.3

Fredericksburg, Virginia

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+15408917300

Visit website

Himalayan Heritage Restaurant & Bar VA

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $20 to $30 mile 193.3

Fredericksburg, Virginia

Hours: 10:30 am–9:30 pm

+15409934252

Visit website

Harrison Street Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 140.6

Richmond, Virginia

Hours: 9 am–2 pm

Visit website

Merge Cafe (Stafford)

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 210.9

Stafford, Virginia

Hours: 10 am–9 pm

+15404264142

Visit website

Cafe Synai

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour $1 to $10 mile 140.6

Richmond, Virginia

Hours: 12–5 pm

+18048161419

Calyx Cafe | Lounge

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour $1 to $10 mile 140.6

Richmond, Virginia

Visit website

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 140.6

Richmond, Virginia

+18047888000

Visit website

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

4 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 246

Washington, District of Columbia

The Robins Nature Center at Maymont

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 140.6

Richmond, Virginia

Hours: Closed

+18045259000

Visit website

Byrd Park Pump House

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 140.6

Richmond, Virginia

+18046465733

Visit website

The Cask Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 140.6

Richmond, Virginia

Hours: 12–9 pm

+18043552402

Visit website

Rage RVA

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 140.6

Richmond, Virginia

Hours: 1–8 pm

+18043093410

Visit website

Occoquan Regional Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 228.4

Lorton, Virginia

Hours: 6:30 am–7 pm

+17036902121

Visit website

Science Museum of Virginia

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 140.6

Richmond, Virginia

Hours: 9:30 am–5 pm

+18048641400

Visit website

Long Branch Nature Center & Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 246

Arlington, Virginia

Hours: 10 am–6 pm

+17032286535

Visit website

Alum Spring Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 193.3

Fredericksburg, Virginia

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+15403721086

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 24

5 decision points cluster between mile 129.9 and 243.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

129.9 mi into trip | ~2h 50m in

Keep slight right at fork toward VA 76 Toll North: Powhite Parkway, Richmond

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Toward VA 76 Toll North: Powhite Parkway, Richm...

143.8 mi into trip | ~3h 9m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 95, I 64 East: Washington, Norfolk

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 95, I 64 East: Washington, Norfolk

234.1 mi into trip | ~4h 52m in | I 395 / Henry G. Shirley Memorial Highway

Keep slight right at fork onto I 395 / Henry G. Shirley Memorial Highway toward I 395 North, I 495 North: Washington, Tysons Corner

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight left lanes. Exit 170A; 170B Toward I 395 North, I 495 North: Washington, Ty...

242.9 mi into trip | ~5h 3m in

Take the exit toward VA 27: Washington Boulevard, Columbia Pike

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 8A Toward VA 27: Washington Boulevard, Columbia Pi...

243.2 mi into trip | ~5h 4m in

Keep slight left at fork toward VA 27 West: Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall, Washington Boulevard, Columbia Pike

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight left lane. Toward VA 27 West: Joint Base Myer-Henderson Ha...

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$38.47 one way

$76.94 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 86 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.34	$42.06	$84.12
premium	$4.70	$45.53	$91.06
diesel	$5.61	$54.31	$108.63

Estimated Tolls: $3.63

Richmond-Petersburg Turnpike (51.8 mi) $3.63

Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$38

Tolls

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$67–$92

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 86.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $26 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	73.8	0	$25.83	$11.81
Efficient EV	61.5	0	$21.53	$9.84
EV Truck/SUV	98.4	1	$34.44	$15.74

Gas CO2

86 kg

EV CO2

29 kg (66% less)

Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.

DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Danville, VA

Late night in Danville on Sunday

Local time

2:01 AM

EDT

Current temp

74°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Arlington, VA

Late night in Arlington on Sunday

Local time

2:01 AM

EDT

Current temp

83°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

Time zone

Same local time

Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.

Temperature spread

9 degrees warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

5h 11m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Petersburg National Battlefield

National Battlefield

Two hundred ninety-two days, eight offensives, over 70,000 casualties, U. S. Colored Troops, and the decline of Gen. Lee's Army of Northern Virginia all describe the Siege of Petersburg. U.S. forces c...

18 mi from route ~45 min detour Free near mile 127.2

Park Closure: Eastern Front Tour Road south of Route 36 - Closed

View on nps.gov

Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail

National Scenic Trail

The Potomac River corridor is rich in both history and recreation, offering a chance to both explore your heritage and choose your adventure along the way. Start your journey here!

29 mi from route ~73 min detour Free near mile 246

View on nps.gov

Appomattox Court House National Historical Park

National Historical Park

On April 9, 1865, the surrender of the Army of Northern Virginia in the McLean House in the village of Appomattox Court House, Virginia signaled the effective end of the nation's largest war. Question...

30 mi from route ~74 min detour Free near mile 67.9

View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

The character of this 5-hour drive is largely defined by its 41% highway share, meaning you'll experience significant stretches of faster-paced travel. The longest uninterrupted segment spans 51.8 miles on the Richmond-Petersburg Turnpike, offering a good opportunity to settle into a rhythm. Expect a mixed drive profile where you'll transition between these main arteries and possibly some local road sections, especially as you navigate through various towns and cities. The road's personality will shift from more open highway driving to potentially busier, more complex conditions closer to your destination.

41% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.

36 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.

Longest single stretch: 51.8 mi on Richmond-Petersburg Turnpike.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 129.9 miles in.

Driving Effort 10/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 24 significant decision points across 246 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 129.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 143.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 234.1 miles (I 395 / Henry G. Shirley Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Danville, VA and Arlington, VA, road signs point toward Richmond and Norfolk.

Richmond

129.9 mi in | ~2h 50m

Norfolk

143.8 mi in | ~3h 9m

About the Cities

Starting in Danville, VA

Full guide →

Danville is a city of 40,000 people (2018) in the state of Virginia on the Banks of the Dan River close to the border with North Carolina. Founded in 1793 , Danville is perhaps best known for its role in the Civil War, when it was an important railroad stop for the Confederacy and became the last Confederate capital after Richmond fell to the North.

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 11m. Total distance: 246 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

5h 11m drive, comfortable solo distance.

Scenic Drive

Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 51.8 miles on Richmond-Petersburg Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $3.63 in tolls one way, starting with Richmond-Petersburg Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.

Yes — we found about 1 rest area or service plaza within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.

It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Arlington, VA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. There are 1 rest area along the route for bathroom stops.

Yes — Petersburg National Battlefield, Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail and Appomattox Court House National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Not recommended in a single day. At 5.2 hours each way, a round trip means 10.4 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Arlington, VA before the return drive.

How this page is built

Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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Trip from Danville, VA to Arlington, VA

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Nearby Places

Botanya Restaurant & Bar

Harrison Street Cafe

Botanya Restaurant & Bar

Bamboo Cafe

Bostan Uyghur Cuisine

Curbside Cafe

Amuse Restaurant VMFA

The Caboose Market & Cafe

Castiglia's Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria

Himalayan Heritage Restaurant & Bar VA

Harrison Street Cafe

Merge Cafe (Stafford)

Cafe Synai

Calyx Cafe | Lounge

Curitiba Art Cafe

Passport Cafe

8:15 at Boatwright Cafe

Autumn's Catering & Cafe

EVgo Charging Station

ChargePoint Charging Station

Tesla Destination Charger

Electrify America Charging Station

ChargePoint Charging Station

Tesla Destination Charger

Tesla Supercharger

Blink Charging Station

Virginia Welcome Center at Fredericksburg

Gnade Hotel

The Robins Nature Center at Maymont

Byrd Park Pump House

The Cask Cafe

Rage RVA

Occoquan Regional Park

Science Museum of Virginia

Long Branch Nature Center & Park

Alum Spring Park

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Danville, VA

Arlington, VA

Same local time

9 degrees warmer at arrival

5h 11m on the road

National Parks Near This Route

Petersburg National Battlefield

Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail

Appomattox Court House National Historical Park

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

About the Cities

Starting in Danville, VA

Who Is This Route For?

Frequently Asked Questions

Which road carries most of the drive?

How do I pay the tolls on this route?

Are there rest areas on this route?

Should I avoid arriving after dark?

Is this a good trip with kids?

Where does this route get tricky?

Are there national parks near this route?

Can I do this as a round trip in one go?

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